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Spelling Bees
Every year, St. Joseph students
have the opportunity to participate in two Spelling Bees:
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The Archdiocesan Spelling Bee,
which is sponsored by the Houghton Mifflin Company is for 4th, 5th
and 6th grade students.
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The National Spelling Bee,
which is held during Catholic Schools Week in January, is for
students in grades 6, 7 and 8.
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Service Hours
7th and 8th grade students
share their time and talent by serving others in their school, parish,
and community. As part of their Religion curriculum, students complete
a minimum of fifteen hours of service per trimester. Service activities
range from shoveling snow for elderly neighbors to visiting with the
sick at Fair Acres or the mentally challenged at the Cardinal Krol
Center. Although students receive a grade for completion of these
hours, the greatest reward is the one they receive by helping others.
As the students have learned through their experiences, no act of
kindness, however small, is ever wasted. |
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Geography Bee
Our annual Geography Bee, which is open to
students in grades 4 through 8, is a contest that helps to promote
knowledge of geography. The winner of
this Bee could go on to compete at the national level in Washington,
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Student of the Month
In an effort to
affirm our young men and women who stand among their peers exhibiting a
true Christian spirit and attitude, it is our pleasure to publicly
acknowledge one of our 7th or 8th grade students each month as Saint
Joseph School’s Student of the Month. Chosen students are exemplary
role models, exhibiting strong values and performing acts of service
within their school, parish, and community. Throughout the school year,
Students of the Month are honored at a special dinner hosted by the
Aston Lions Club. |
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Science Fair
Every winter, Saint Joseph School hosts a
Science Fair to encourage all students to gain a further understanding
and love of Science. All students in Kindergarten
through 8th grade are invited to submit a science project in one the the
following categories: Botany, Chemistry, Consumer
Products, Biology and Physics
The winners of this fair go on to compete at the Delaware County Science
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Student Council
Student Council’s main goal is to organize and
engage in service projects throughout the school year as well as
encouraging school spirit. Some past projects include: Peanut Butter
and Jelly Drive, Thanksgiving Food Drive, Parish Advent Giving Tree,
Remembering Our Brave Troops Overseas, and Breakfast Bundles. St.
Joseph’s Student Council brings much enthusiasm and spirituality to our
student body. St. Joseph’s Student Council consists of four
executive board members and eight representatives. |
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Computer Fair
Students in 6th through 8th grade are eligible
to complete in the Pennsylvania Middle States Computer Fair.
Project categories include Web Design, Graphic Design, Computer Fair
Logo Design, Multimedia, Digital Movie and Desktop Publishing. |
DARE
DARE is a program sponsored by the Delaware
County Sheriff's Department to teach students to resist drugs, alcohol,
and violence. Deputy Deborah O'Berg instructs the fifth grade on various
skills to avoid harmful substances. |
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Math Competitions
Our students participate in the Math Fax, PA
Mathematics League and the IHM (Immaculate Heart Of Mary) Math
competition Math 24 game. |
Choir/Bell Choir
Click here to
view Choir and Bell Choir information and schedule.
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Field Trips
All St. Joseph students get to enjoy at least
one field trip per year. Some of our trips include the U.S.
Constitution Center, Colonial PA Plantation, Herr's Factory, Baltimore,
New York City and the annual 8th grade trip, Willow Valley. |
Field Day
Every spring, the Home and School Association
sponsors our Field Day, which takes place at the Aston Community Center
fields. Students are divided into two teams, maroon and gray, and
compete at many games. Our in-house DJ, Mr. Jack Daly (our PE
teacher), provides the music for this event. |
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CYO Sports
St. Joseph Students have the opportunity to
participate in sports through our parish CYO program. Sports
offered include basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball and baseball.
Football is offered through Our Lady of Charity in Brookhaven.
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Art Contests
As part of our Art curriculum, two contests are
held each year:
- The 6th grade pumpkin decorating contest
- The 8th grade cake decorating contest
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